User manual INDESIT IWDC6143

[. . . ] Remove the washer-dryer from its packaging. Make sure that the washer-dryer has not been damaged during the transportation process. If it has been damaged, contact the retailer and do not proceed any further with the installation process. Remove the 4 protective screws (used during transportation) and the rubber washer with the corresponding spacer, located on the rear part of the appliance (see figure). 1. [. . . ] Take out your laundry and leave the appliance door ajar to make sure the LOCKED drum dries completely. Switch the washer-dryer off by pressing the ON/OFF button. 7 Wash cycles GB Table of wash cycles Wash cycles Description of the wash cycle Max. speed Drying (°C) (rpm) Detergents Wash Max. load (kg) Eco Time Cycle duration Normal Eco Time Fabric Normal softener Daily 1 White Cotton: extremely soiled whites. 1 White Cotton (1): heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 1 White Cotton (2): heavily soiled whites and delicate colours. 2 Cotton: heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 3 Coloured Cotton (3): lightly soiled whites and delicate colours. The temperature may be lowered, or even set to a cold wash . The washer-dryer will automatically prevent you from selecting a temperature which is higher than the maximum value set for each wash cycle. Turn the DRYING knob to select the desired drying Fabric Load type Max. 3 Silk: use special wash cycle 6 to wash all silk garments. We recommend the use of special detergent which has been designed to wash delicate clothes. Curtains: fold curtains and place them in a pillow case or mesh bag. Jeans: Turn garments inside-out before washing and use a liquid detergent. Use programme 7. Load balancing system Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations and to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the washing rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the washer-dryer performs the distribution process instead of spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and balance, we recommend small and large garments are mixed in the load. 1 2 ompartment 1: Pre-wash detergent (powder) compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle (powder or liquid) Liquid detergent should only be poured in immediately prior to the start of the wash cycle. compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc. ) The fabric softener should not overflow the grid. Preparing the laundry Divide the laundry according to: - the type of fabric/the symbol on the label - the colours: separate coloured garments from whites. Empty all garment pockets and check the buttons. Do not exceed the listed values, which refer to the weight of the laundry when dry: Durable fabrics: max. [. . . ] If the problem persists, contact the Technical Assistance Service. The Washer-dryer does not drain or spin. The Washer-dryer vibrates a lot during the spin cycle. The Washer-dryer leaks. The "option" indicator lights and the "start/pause" indicator light flash, while one of the "phase in progress" indicator lights and the "door locked" indicator light will remain lit in a fixed manner. There is too much foam. The detergent is not suitable for machine washing (it should display the text for Washer-dryers or hand and machine wash, or the like). The appliance is not plugged into the socket, or not enough to make contact. [. . . ]